About
Dr. Ian Blubaugh brings a distinctive combination of family medicine, addiction medicine, and functional medicine to Seven Hills. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Columbia University and his medical degree from Pennsylvania State College of Medicine. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, then pursued an Addiction Medicine fellowship at MetroHealth in Cleveland, Ohio. He holds board certifications from ABFM, ABLM, and in Addiction Medicine.
A Virginia native, Dr. Blubaugh returned to his home state after years of working and traveling. He takes a holistic approach, integrating medical and psychological factors alongside each patient's goals and lived experience. He is passionate about addiction medicine, mental health, metabolic and weight health, and menopause care. Dr. Blubaugh values shared decision-making and works to help patients feel active and in control of their health.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Columbia University, B.A. Sociology
Medical School
Pennsylvania State College of Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune
Fellowship
Addiction Medicine, MetroHealth, Cleveland, OH
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Blubaugh right for?
Dr. Blubaugh is a strong fit for patients navigating addiction, complex mental health conditions, or metabolic and weight health concerns. Adults managing menopause or seeking hormone therapy guidance benefit from his evidence-based, nuanced approach to that care. He works well with patients who want a physician who considers psychological, social, and medical factors together. His shared decision-making style suits patients who want to feel informed and in control of their treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Blubaugh specializes in addiction medicine, mental health, metabolic and weight health, and menopause care. He brings a holistic lens to family medicine, integrating psychological and lifestyle factors with clinical care. He holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Addiction Medicine.
Yes. Dr. Blubaugh holds board certification in Addiction Medicine, in addition to ABFM and ABLM certifications. He completed a dedicated Addiction Medicine fellowship at MetroHealth in Cleveland, Ohio, after his Family Medicine residency.
Dr. Blubaugh earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State College of Medicine. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune and his Addiction Medicine fellowship at MetroHealth in Cleveland, Ohio.
Dr. Blubaugh takes a holistic approach, weighing medical and psychological factors alongside each patient's personal goals and lived experience. He values shared decision-making and focuses on helping patients feel active and informed throughout their care. He works with empathy and evidence-based guidance on complex challenges.
Yes. Mental health care is one of Dr. Blubaugh's primary clinical interests. He treats conditions including anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns, often in combination with addiction or metabolic health issues. His holistic approach allows him to address the connections between these areas.
Yes. Dr. Blubaugh is passionate about menopause care and takes a careful, evidence-based approach to hormone therapy. He is particularly attentive to the misinformation that surrounds menopause treatment and helps patients navigate their options with accurate, current clinical guidance.
Yes. Dr. Blubaugh is a Virginia native who returned to the state after years of working and traveling. He joined Seven Hills Family Medicine to serve his home community.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026